2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | ML |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
